Review Highlights

By Chris

I have noticed a HUGE difference in my 15yo and 7yo dogs. The old lady is able to maneuver the stairs better and actually jumped in to the back of my subaru last week! The 7yo has hip issues and after he plays hard at the dog park he had a hard time ...

By Eric Murphy

This CurcuVet-SA150 by Thorne Research works great. It is an all natural aid for my fourteen year old lab suffering from thyroid issues. Though the capsules become stick and difficult to administer.

By Amy

After giving CurcuVET-SA150 by Thorne Research to my pet for about 3 days I had to discontinue as vomiting had started. I may decide to re-start her on it to rule out coincidence. I must say Im disappointed with the reaction as she is not a candidate...

Description

CurcuVET® is a unique‚ patented curcumin product available exclusively from Thorne Vet. For centuries people throughout Asia have benefited from the healthful effects of curcumin. Curcumin is the orange pigment in turmeric (the primary ingredient in curry) and is a potent antioxidant that offers numerous health benefits including for joint health‚ hepatic support‚ gastrointestinal health‚ and cardiovascular function – by helping to maintain the animal's normal inflammatory response.

CurcuVET is a unique curcumin extract that is significantly better absorbed than other curcumin extracts. Whether taken as a supplement or from food‚ curcumin is generally poorly absorbed into the bloodstream. Scientists at Indena S.p.A.‚ the worldwide experts in botanical extract technology‚ have uncovered the key to curcumin absorption – phytosome technology. Phytosomes are plant extracts bound to a phospholipid‚ in this case phosphatidylcholine (PC)‚ an essential component of cell membranes. When taken orally‚ PC is very well absorbed. By attaching a curcumin molecule to a PC molecule‚ the PC ushers the curcumin across the cell membrane for superior absorption.

Studies demonstrate CurcuVET supports a healthy inflammatory response in small animals and horses. A recent European study analyzed the bioactivity of CurcuVET compared to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and found their bioactivity was similar. The study's sponsors‚ who were studying canine arthritis‚ found CurcuVET was effective in down-regulating the pro-inflammatory substances‚ tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-κB).

A similar equine study on the effect of CurcuVET on cytokine gene expression found significant down-regulation of interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-1RN in mares and inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2‚ TNF-α‚ and IL-1RN and increase in IL-6 in foals.

Similar results were achieved in an eight-month human trial of Meriva. Enhanced joint health was reflected in improvements in both clinical and biochemical end points.

A 2007 study published in the journal‚ Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology‚ demonstrated the superior bioavailability of curcumin phytosome (as Meriva®‚ the CurcuVET equivalent for humans) compared to ordinary curcumin. Liver levels of curcumin were also higher with this supplementation. In a more recent‚ randomized‚ single-blind‚ crossover study in nine humans‚ total curcuminoid bioavailability as evaluated by the plasma area under the curve (AUC) was about 29-fold higher for Meriva than for the conventional turmeric extract.

Curcumin has demonstrated its potential to help maintain the animal's normal inflammatory response. In numerous animal studies‚ curcumin has shown the ability to help maintain healthy intestinal mucosa under various adverse conditions. Among the effects noted in the various trials have been decreased nuclear factor-kappaB‚ nitric oxide‚ and free radicals in the colonic mucosa. For example‚ a small human pilot study on patients who had poor gastrointestinal health demonstrated that the administration of curcumin improved overall well-being‚ maintained the levels of biomarkers generally associated with the body's normal inflammatory response‚ and served as a non-drug adjunct that did not disrupt the use of conventional medications.

Several studies have illustrated curcumin's hepatoprotective effects‚ leading researchers to suggest its use can protect the liver from exogenous insults from environmental toxins. Curcumin also has the capacity to increase both the flow and solubility of bile. Curcumin's hepatoprotective effects are due in part to direct free radical scavenging; but curcumin also enhances the animal's natural antioxidant system‚ which increases glutathione levels‚ thereby aiding in hepatic detoxification and inhibiting nitrosamine formation.

A recent European canine study found CurcuVET was effective in helping to maintain the balance of markers associated with a normal inflammatory response.

In a similar equine study‚ the effect of CurcuVET on mares and foals was found to have a positive impact on maintaining normal inflammatory responses.

A recent human clinical study demonstrated that in more than 80 percent of patients with a long-term condition known to adversely affect ocular health‚ Meriva (the human equivalent of CurcuVET) was well tolerated‚ reduced symptoms of eye discomfort‚ improved overall quality of life‚ and helped maintain the eye's normal inflammatory response.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose‚ treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program or before using these or any product during pregnancy or if you have a serious medical condition.

Dosage

Dogs: 1-3 capsules per 75 lbs body weight daily.

Precautions

Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven. Safety during nursing has not been proven. Potential drug interactions. Do not use in high doses with anticoagulant drugs or patients with stomach ulcers. If animals condition worsens or does not improve‚ stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. May be GI irritant. For use in dogs only. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose‚ contact a health professional immediately.

Ratings and Reviews

CurcuVet-SA150

This CurcuVet-SA150 by Thorne Research works great. It is an all natural aid for my fourteen year old lab suffering from thyroid issues. Though the capsules become stick and difficult to administer.

Pros

Its an all natural aid for my 14 year old lab mix suffering thyroid issues

Cons

The capsules become sticky and difficult to administer

I would recommend this item to a friend.

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Works wonderfully!

5

Chris from Boulder on
1/18/2015

I have noticed a HUGE difference in my 15yo and 7yo dogs. The old lady is able to maneuver the stairs better and actually jumped in to the back of my subaru last week! The 7yo has hip issues and after he plays hard at the dog park he had a hard time getting off his bed for the rest of the evening. Not anymore. Fabulous product.

Pros

The amazing effect on the quality of life of my pets

Cons

I would recommend this item to a friend.

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Circuvet has made a great difference in

5

Linda from Jasper, OR on
9/14/2013

My 13 year old Lab had been on good supplements all her life but CurcuVET-SA has made a significant & positive difference in her mobility and comfort. Its a great anti inflammatory as well as anti oxidant. Pureformulas.com has the best price & free shipping!

Pros

Effectiveness & price.

Cons

no dislikes

I would recommend this item to a friend.

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CurcuVET SA150 90

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Amy from USA on
11/28/2011

After giving CurcuVET-SA150 by Thorne Research to my pet for about 3 days I had to discontinue as vomiting had started. I may decide to re-start her on it to rule out coincidence. I must say Im disappointed with the reaction as she is not a candidate for NSAIDs.

I would recommend this item to a friend.

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Customer Questions and Answers

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Question:

when I try to order this product, I get a warning about causing cancer. I am disappointed. Can you give me a little more info? I have been using this product for my dog and had heard about it causing reproductive harm but not cancer.

susanne minassian
on 3/25/2016Answer:

Hi there Susanne! Yes that is the Prop 65 statement. Proposition 65 is a study that the state of CA did to inform their residents of some ingredients (more than 800). All products sent to the state of CA gets this message on all the items unless otherwise directed by manufactures. It does not mean that any of the items have any chemical that will cause cancer or birth defects. You can contact the manufacture for more details whether or not it has any of the ingredients in it. All manufactures are aware of Proposition 65.